Riot Partners with Lightspeed for Valorant Mobile Launch in China

After nearly four years of anticipation, Riot Games has finally announced that their popular tactical hero shooter, Valorant, is making its way to mobile devices. This exciting development is in collaboration with Tencent-owned Lightspeed Studios. While an exact release date remains under wraps, the initial launch is slated to begin in China, setting the stage for a broader global rollout.

Valorant, which blends the precision of Counter-Strike with the unique abilities of Overwatch, offers players a thrilling 13-round 5v5 match format. Each round challenges players to utilize their single life effectively, often centered around objectives like planting or defusing bombs, a mechanic beloved by fans of tactical shooters.

The partnership between Riot Games and Lightspeed Studios comes as no surprise, given their shared ownership under Tencent. This official confirmation breaks the long silence on Valorant Mobile and is eagerly welcomed by the gaming community.

Given the widespread use of Android devices in China, a multi-OS release is almost guaranteed. Riot has confirmed that development is actively underway with Lightspeed and that the initial focus will be on a China-first release strategy.

This news also hints at a future wider release, although challenges in global trade, particularly concerning smartphones essential for mobile gaming, may delay announcements about international availability. As the gaming world awaits further details, those eager to keep their skills sharp might want to explore our curated list of the best shooters available on Android and iOS to tide them over until Valorant Mobile's global debut.